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University of Kentucky College of Social Work Presents Innovative Research at the 2024 Society for Social Work and Research Conference
At the 2024 Society for Social Work and Research Annual Conference, faculty from the University of Kentucky College of Social Work highlighted their impactful research through over 20 presentations, covering a range of social issues and demonstrating the college’s strong commitment to advancing social work research.
January 26, 2024
Social Work Program Director Pioneers Trauma-Responsive Practices at the University of Kentucky
The University of Kentucky College of Social Work introduces a new Trauma Responsive Practice Certificate, an online program designed to equip graduates with advanced skills in trauma-informed care, addressing the significant need for specialized professionals in this field.
January 25, 2024
Foster Parent Mentor Program Q&A: Providing Encouragement Through Mentorship
The University of Kentucky College of Social Work features a Q&A on its Foster Parent Mentor Program, highlighting the crucial support and guidance provided to new foster parents through one-on-one coaching relationships with experienced mentors.
January 19, 2024
Bardstown Police Chief hires UK Social Work Student and her therapy dog on Police Force
UK graduate Olivia Raley joins Bardstown Police as their first social worker, supported by her therapy Husky, Maverick.
January 18, 2024
Emily Puckett: Law School Mom and Foster Parent Mentor
Emily Puckett, a third-year law student and member of the Foster Parent Mentor Program at the University of Kentucky College of Social Work, shares her story as a student and
January 12, 2024
Seeds of support: Transforming 4-H camps into havens for social, emotional and behavioral health
This story was originally published by UKNow. Lexington, Ky.— The University of Kentucky Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment (Martin-Gatton CAFE) and the College of Social Work (CoSW) are spearheading a novel initiative
January 10, 2024
Recognizing Excellence: Dr. Laneshia Conner’s Research Awarded
Dr. Laneshia R. Conner, an assistant professor at the UK College of Social Work, was recently acknowledged for her exceptional research achievements by the Society for Social Work and Research (SSWR).
January 9, 2024
📸 Highlights: UK Social Work December 2023 Grad Reception and Gathering
Photo credit Cassie Payne / UK College of Social Work
January 3, 2024
‘I’m a war survivor on a mission.’ UK grad who fled Syria earns Master of Social Work
For Madona Elias, completion of her Masters is not just the next step of her academic journey, it is the completion of twelve years of rebuilding her life and career.
December 14, 2023
MSW Grad and Foster Parent: A Portrait of Dedication
Jamison is a 2023 December graduate of the University of Kentucky College of Social Work Master of Social Work program, with a passion for helping others.
December 11, 2023
Highlights: Homecoming 2023
In October 2023, SWAA was excited to celebrate our CoSW community across the country through a variety of in-person and virtual activities in conjunction with UK Homecoming.
December 10, 2023
GMA: Principal adopts student who was sent to his office
This article was originally published on Good Morning America by Katie Kindelan. A family in Kentucky will celebrate their ninth Christmas together this year as a family of three after
November 30, 2023